| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 17 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/13/09 |
Positive
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| We had use of the house from 9/8/09 thru 9/12/09. My husband had been looking for a nice beach house to stay at since it had been a long time since we've been on a vacation (due to the birth of our daughter in April 2008). At first it was discouraging because we weren't getting responses to our inquiries --- we've been told that most VR owners prefer NOT to book local residents for various reasons. When the Conovers contacted us, it was like a godsend. Confirming us for our dates was a quick process, and House Manager Marti was easily available to answer our questions. The house itself is as represented in its description and photos. We think it is the best house on that stretch of beach by far. My parents also joined us for the week and enjoyed much needed relaxation. My husband and father enjoyed the fact that they could fish right out of the backyard. It is truly a "dream house". -- Glen, Colleen & Mia Teramae... |
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Colleen Teramae, Mililani, Oahu, Hawaii
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| 08/26/09 |
Positive
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| This is a fantastic place! We always rent houses for vacation and this is one of the best we've had. Good beds, all equipment you could need (in good condition), plus a few extras, wonderful backyard/patio and very kid friendly. There was more to do than we expected on the North Shore...I'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks! |
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Ellen and Brian Donovan, San Francisco, CA |
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| 11/24/08 |
Positive
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Vaction Rentals by Owner on VRBO Listing Number #73267
Arriving late at night after a long journey from England, what a breath taking view to wake up to "sun, sea, surf & sand". During our two week stay {9th-23rd September 2008}, we had a turtle visit us most days, a wonderful experience. The house was very spacious, comfortable, cosy, relaxing and peaceful. A well cared for home, beautifully furnished and CLEAN, everything you would want and need for the "perfect" holiday. It was lovely sitting in nice surroundings watching the skydivers and surfers {even our son had a go at surfing}. We hired a board locally, good rates, at Wave Riding Vehicles, Haleiwa. We had a fantastic time on the island and our stay at "Mokuleia on the Water" made it even more of an amazing holiday. We would certainly recommend to family, friends and hopefully come back. We would like to thank Marti for all her help and kindness, a lovely lady.
Mahalo
The Jeffreys Family, Herne Bay, Kent. ENGLAND |
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Mr.& Mrs.S.Jeffreys, Herne Bay, Kent. ENGLAND |
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| 08/19/08 |
Positive
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| My family (my husband and I and three children ages 16, 12, and 10) stayed for 10 days in August 2008 and had a wonderful time. The house has recently been renovated and is beautifully decorated and well appointed with everything you need for a wonderful beach vacation. The house was immaculately clean when we arrived. There is plenty of room for a family of five or six to stay in this home without feeling cramped in the least. The ocean view from the house was so magnificent I couldn't wait to get up in the morning and drink my morning coffee on the patio. This house is just a short drive away from beautiful beaches like Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and look forward to our next visit to Hawaii. |
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Crystal Ranj, San Diego, CA
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| 04/18/08 |
Positive
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Oh! what a charming house - whales outside the
back door -turtles in the bay -this place is great.
This is perfect place to relax - a top notch unit.
And just down the street from "LOST" |
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Bob & Julie Schnieders, Helendale,ca
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| 09/29/07 |
Positive
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John & Debbie -
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed staying in your home. It was absolutely perfect. The home is beautifully decorated, and the view of the water is amazing. It was a very relaxing experience. I didn't need to go anywhere else, because I had everything I needed right there. I hope I get the chance to stay there again. Thank you very much.
And thanks to Marti...she was so helpful and nice!
Tracy Kaiser |
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Tracy Kaiser, Cardiff, CA
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| 07/15/07 |
Positive
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John and Debbie,
We would truly like to thank you for creating such a piece of paradise with your home in paradise and allowing it to be shared by those who are lucky enough to rent the property.
After two weeks in the house it just doesn't seem fair to have to give up the awesome ocean views and sound of the waves for traffic, work and all the other "fun" stuff.
Everyone had a great time at your beautifully decorated and maintained home! We appreciate Marti checking in with us to make sure everything was okay, which once again was awesome.
Much Mahalo and Aloha! |
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Darrin and Jeanne Hoffman, Charlestown, IN
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| 06/12/07 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful family vacation at your beach home. It was a relaxing environment away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. You thought of everything in appointing this home for the vacationing family and we found absolutely nothing lacking. I highly recommend your vacation home to anyone and everyone. Mahalo for an ideal vacation setting!! |
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Donna Frishe, Georgia
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| 03/20/07 |
Positive
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| Great kitchen, huge TV, sleeping to the sound of the surf is heaven, lots of extras in the home. Would never stay in Waikiki again, North Shore much more Hawaiian and interesting. Private and quiet, restful. |
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The Nelsons, Halfmoon Bay BC
604 885 1096 |
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| 01/20/07 |
Positive
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We so enjoyed our November stay at your beautiful home! It was everything we had hoped for in a vacation home! The sounds of the waves and the peaceful surroundings were heavenly! The home accommodated our two children's wheelchairs without a hitch - plenty of room to move about and our dear daughter, six (severely disabled), adored sitting on the patio listening to the waves and feeling the wind on her face! Thank you for a lovely vacation! We hope to return one day!
Angela, Kevin, Andrew, Katie, Chrissy, Stephen and baby Emily! |
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Angela Mason, Anchorage, Alaska |
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| 09/18/06 |
Positive
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We just spent our 25th wedding anniversary at this beautiful home. I can't say enough good things about it. My husband and I were so relaxed there whether drinking our coffee in the morning or watching t.v. after a long day of sightseeing. I have stayed in a lot of places and by far this home was spotless! Marti was just wonderful making sure that a light was left on for us when we arrived and even calling to make sure everything was going well. The house has a book with all the "hot" spots to visit and we hit just about every one. If you want to be out of the "ant farm" of Waikiki then this is the place to be.
The small surfing town of Haleiwa is nearby with great restaurants and shops. Thank you so much John and family for making our first trip to Hawaii a wonderful memory. Mahalo, Anita and Paul
Mandeville, Louisiana |
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Anita Miller, Mandeville, La
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| 08/06/06 |
Positive
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I am sitting in the living room of your home right now and I am booking it for the first week of January! This house is absolutely the ultimate, I am a Maui Girl and we frequent the islands often, this house is the best ever. We are leaving for Maui tomorrow and for the first time ever I don't want to leave, your home is so beautful and fully equiped with anything we could have needed, the view and all the turtles are an undescribable joy. Thank you for sharing your home and Aloha with us.
Mahalo, Joan Hogue, CA |
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JOAN HOGUE, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA , CA
949-858-8457 |
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| 05/26/06 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful mini-family reunion in this beautiful home. The views are perfect, and the home is more comfortable than I could have imagined -- certainly better than any Waikiki hotel room. John and Marti were both wonderful to work with. It was the perfect vacation, and we can't wait to return! |
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shane, Centreville, VA |
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| 05/12/06 |
Positive
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THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR THE GENEROUS USE OF YOUR HOME TO THE ENCINITAS ROTARY CLUB. THE DOLLARS RAISED FOR THE LAM FOUNDATION ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED. WE LOVED OUR STAY HERE - SO VERY RELAXING AND A BEAUTIFUL SPOT. IT WAS FUN TO EXPLORE O'AHU AFTER ALL THESE YEARS. THANK YOU FOR OPENING YOUR LOVELY HOME!
KEN AND SHAR VAN WINKLE |
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KEN VAN WINKLE, BELLINGHAM, WA
360 739-3980 |
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| 05/06/06 |
Positive
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John, Debbie & McKenna,
Thanks so much for the use of your wonderful home! The view of the ocean is fantastic! Whether it was early morning for breakfast; an afternoon on the deck or evening - it was just great!
We watched the whales and the sky-divers whenever they were about!
The best part was being able to come and go as we pleased! We didn't have to put up with the people or traffic of Honolulu if we didn't want to! The sound of the ocean made it peaceful and soothing..."just like home."
We hate to go home! Thanks again for your hospitality. It was great!
Mahalo and Aloha,
Ken, Joanne, Blake, Mina & Martha & John |
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Ken & Joanne Cosgrove, Climax, Sask. Canada
306-293-2102 |
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| 05/03/06 |
Positive
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Great house! A good thing due to the nightmare weather during the first eight days of our stay. We wer so thankful to be able to extend a couple of days so we could experience the house, beach, turtles as they should be experienced.
Love the artwork, nice furnishings. Suggest a gas barbeque (got one) for windy days.
For future visitors - stay away from Honolulu. We spent too much time in traffic and Waikiki is like being in an ant farm. We found out too late that there is no place like home here at the house.
We plan on coming back (hopefully with better weather) and will recommend it to our family and friends.
Mahalo!!!, Gail and Darrell Vitulli
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Gail Vitulli |
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| 01/22/06 |
Positive
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I think this is the best vacation I've ever had. Your home was 90% of the reason. The attention to detail & the quality are unsurpassed. Thanks for your concerns about the small issues. The only hard part of this is leaving.
Mahalo,
Ron Connor
I am so appreciative that you chose to share your home with us. We returned to it everyday so glad to be in the welcoming and beautiful space. You have done a great job and we look forward to returning. Marti was so responsive. You have found a good woman. The candy was also appreciated.
Mele Kalikimaka,
Sheila Connor |
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Ron Connor, Seattle, WA |
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